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construct a dwelling house. garage, treatment system, percolation area and rainwater harvesting system. T his planning application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement. The works to include all associated site services. Gross floor space of proposed works, house 245 sqm and garage59 sqm.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The site exhibits poor drainage characteristics and a high water table, rendering it unsuitable for the safe disposal of domestic effluent and posing a risk to public health and the integrity of the Lough Corrib SAC.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site's poor drainage and high water table mean it cannot satisfactorily dispose of treated effluent, creating a significant risk to public health and safety.
- The proposed development would pose an unacceptable risk to receiving waters and could adversely affect the integrity of the nearby Lough Corrib Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
- Granting permission would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area and would conflict with the conservation objectives of the EU Habitats and Birds Directives.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.7Section 3.8Section 3.9Policy NHB 1Objective DS 6Objective NHB 2Objective NHB 3Objective AFF 5DM Standard 40Objective RHO 2
Decision Document Summary
Thomas and Maureen Ryan applied for permission to construct a dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Ballyglass, Gurteen, Co. Galway. The site is an agricultural field in an unserviced rural area designated as being 'under strong urban pressure' and is located approximately 60m from the Lough Corrib SAC. The application was refused because the site's poor drainage characteristics and high water table make it unsuitable for effluent disposal, which would endanger public health...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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